Ortom speaks out about defecting to APC, vows to support Tinubu after leaving office

Samuel Ortom, the governor of Benue State, has ruled out the possibility of joining the All Progressives Congress (APC) after he leaves office.

However, Ortom has promised to support and work for Bola Tinubu in his new role as President-elect while serving as a member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

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On Wednesday, the governor of Nigeria stated during an appearance on the Morning Show on Arise Television that he would continue to work towards ensuring that justice and equity are maintained throughout the country.

Ortom stated that he worked towards the establishment of a southern presidency because he wished to see equity and justice established in the country.

His words were as follows: “That is not on my table, I’m in PDP, and I worked for the Southern presidency, of which Tinubu and Obi were a part.” The possibility of defecting is not currently on my table.

If Tinubu is sworn in as governor, I will continue to pray for him and lend him my support so that he can be successful.

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“I will continue to work for equity and justice in Nigeria, despite the fact that I am still the leader of the PDP in Benue State.”